Mitchell dies after hemorrhage in Portland hospital
United States Senator John H. Mitchell dies at Good Samaritan hospital after a fatal gum hemorrhage following tooth loss. Born June 22 1835 in Butler Pennsylvania he was 70 years old and had lived in Portland for over 45 years becoming a leading Oregon political figure for more than four decades.
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John H. Mitchell
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Good Samaritan Hospital
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Canal Bill Is First In Senate Emergency Appropriation
Washington discusses the Panama canal emergency appropriation as the Senate’s top agenda item this week. Debate may center on sea level construction and the bill’s fate before Christmas. Key measures like the merchant marine bill and railroad rate action face delayed consideration.
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House Sets Panama Canal Funding at 11 Million
The House voted 11 million dollars for immediate use in the Panama canal, a compromise between 16.5 million and just over 6 million recommended. It was the chamber's only business that day, with adjournment at 8:35.
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Irish Catholic Bishops Warn Emigration Tide
Dublin reports Cardinal Logue and Bishop Sheehan have signed a circular read in Irish churches warning the younger generation against emigration. The document appeals to youths not to be lured by United States letters and the dangers facing girls seeking a homeland across the ocean.
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Government fiscal year 1907 appropriation estimates
The annual book of estimates for the government for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1907, was sent to Congress by the secretary of the treasury. Total current year appropriations amount to 629,739,097 with deficiencies and permanent annual provisions, while the estimates for the coming year total 691,669,862.
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Turkish Trouble Is Ended In Paris
The foreign office says the power controversy is practically closed and only details remain for a satisfactory adjustment. The international fleet stays inactive while awaiting these conclusions.
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Postmaster General Cites Free Mail as Deficit Cause
Postmaster General Cortelyou reports a 1905 postal deficit of 14.7 million dollars while receipts totaled 152.8 million. He blames free matter handled at 12.58 percent of weight for revenue losses and urges patience as rural delivery expands and service is refined.
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Large number of bills introduced as session begins in Washington
Washington reports 5968 bills already filed in the house since the session opened. Many are private bills affecting individual interests. The holiday adjournment is likely for December 21. Leaders plan to push the Philippine tariff bill after Ways and Means committee organization and begin hearings promptly.
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Ways and Means
Boycott of Foreign Goods in Shanghai Sparks Tense Clash
In Shanghai on December 12 a dispute over a kidnaping case in a mixed court led to fighting between Chinese magistrates and the municipal police. About 3,000 merchants gathered to call for a boycott of foreign goods and refuse taxes until police inspectors involved are removed. The situation is described as serious.
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Powers Asked to Intercede in Constantinople Case
Antwerp December 12. A group of international lawyers seeks intercession from the powers with the Turkish government over Edward Jors a Belgian condemned to death by a Constantinople native court for alleged involvement in an assassination attempt on the sultan in July.
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Mutiny at Havana Penitentiary Fights Injure Inmates and Guards
Convicts in Havana penitentiary mutinied tonight sparking a fierce clash with guards. Two prisoners mortally wounded, 16 seriously hurt, three guards slightly injured.
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Steamship and train connection schedule to Portland
The notice outlines daily steamer service with C. R. and N. trains from Goldendale at 6:15 a m linking at Lyle at 5:15 p m for Portland, with arrivals around 6 p m. Steamer departures from The Dalles daily except Sunday at 7:00 a m. Meals and wagon accommodations noted. Write 8 McDonald, Portland agent.
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